Darling Beach House! Private enclosed patio with barbeque. Between bay & ocean!
Location: Mission Beach, San Diego County, California, USA (Southern California)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Darling beach cottage on the bay side on Island Court - 6 houses in from the bay shore. Great location in Mission Beach - in the center of it all, yet quiet! Located between the bay and Pacific Ocean! Just steps to both! Once you park your car here, you need not drive anywhere! Close to Belmont Park Roller Coaster & Plunge, beach eateries & pubs, & fine dining right on the ocean! Very close to the many beach shops - souvenier, bikini shops and beach novelities! Take a walk to the Crystal Pier, ride on the Bahia Belle around the bay or take the family to Sea World and the world famous San Diego Zoo. A short drive to San Diego's Downtown Gaslamp District and Little Italy's fine restaurants.
Perfect for family with kids or a couple who wants a romantic get-a-way. This beach house has all the conveniences of home - very family friendly! This single story, 800+ square foot home is truly a darling beach cottage. Built in 1938, with the charm of an older home; hardwood floors and tile. Close to all yet very quiet with dual-paned windows. Full bath with bathtub. Each bedroom has a queen bed and ceiling fan. There is also a single roll-away bed. We now have a port-a-crib for infants and stroller! Living Room has 2 futons (double sized)for extra sleepers. Garage for parking (one car) and a washer/dryer for your convenience. 8 Bikes all sizes, boogie boards, surf boards, beach chairs, videos for the kids. Large enclosed, private patio area with outdoor furniture (seats 10), umbrella and BBQ where you can enjoy the nightly fireworks by the bay(time & weather permitting), compliments of Sea World!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Washer/Dryer in garage, detergent provided. Free use!
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Garage fits one car comfortably.
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed: 2 Queen Beds!
- Twin/Single Bed: A "roll-away" twin bed can be set up for extra sleeper.
- Convertible Bed: 2 futons in living room convert to double sized beds for extra sleepers.
- Crib: We now provide a "port-a-crib"!
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Charcoal provided!
- Deck/Patio: Patio area has 2 outdoor tables, seats over 10!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: Free longs distance anywhere USA or Canada!
- Broadband Internet: Bring your lap top!
- Other Amenities
- 2 Cable TVs, 2 VCRs, 1 DVD Player, FULL KITCHEN AMENITIES, stove & oven, refrigerator (no ice maker), cooking utensils, coffee maker, 4-slice toaster, blender, can opener, dishes, glasses, silverware, coffee mugs, pots, pans, Coffee, tea, napkins, paper towels, dish soap, Linens provided including extra towls for the beach, FREE Washer & Dryer use (in garage), laundry detergent, coals for barbeque. 9 bikes - all sizes! You asked for it, so we now have HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS (so bring your lap top!)and HOUSE PHONE, Free calls to anywhere in USA and Canada!, No Smoking or pets please, If you have any special needs, let me know, I will try to provide and accommodate!, So whether you want to swim, surf, sightsee, dine, bike, people watch, sunbathe, stroll along the boardwalk, relax, read a book, or write a novel, this is the retreat cottage for you!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Please call on this.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Amusement Parks (Belmont Park Roller Coaster!). "The Plunge" indoor swimming pool. SEA WORLD is minutes away! Crystal Pier for fishing!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fall/Winter/Spring (except holidays): $950/week or $148/night(4 night min).
Off season may be booked anytime during week.$40 higher/night for 3 night stay.
PEAK SUMMER : $1650/week. May 31 - June/July/Aug/-Sept.6. Sat to Sat only.
June - $235/night, 3 night minimum. There's still days available!
View "Comments from previous guests above!" Click on calendar for availability.
Easter Break, Thanksgiving wk Nov.,Christmas wk Dec. $1,000/wk or $155/night.
Deposit $275.00 due ASAP to reserve. Rent due one month prior to arrival.
Lodging Tax @10.5%.Check-in:2:00 PM,Check-out:10:00 AM. Rates include cleaning
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Darling Beach House! Private enclosed patio with barbeque. Between bay & ocean! - San Diego/Mission Beach, CA-California Beach House Retreat
- Front courtyard leads to walk way to the bay side. - San Diego/Mission Beach, CA-California Beach House Retreat
- Steps to the bay, known as "Mission Bay" - 6 houses in! Bike, skate, walk, jog! - San Diego/Mission Beach, CA-California Beach House Retreat
- Front court yard walk way also leads to Mission Beach (Pacific Ocean).
- Welcome to CASA SOFIA.! Cozy entrance, living room area leads to kitchen.
- Living room looks out to sunny court yard. 2 futons open to 2 double beds.
- Eat-in kitchen area.
- All the cooking amenities, spices and center island for the gourmet cook!
- First bedroom with a Queen Size Bed looks out to sunny courtyard.
- Full bathroom with shower and bathtub.
- Romantic second bedroom retreat with Queen Size Bed!
- Island Ct is walking distance to the The Bahia Resort Hotel and Roller Coaster!
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